The Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan participated in the 5th Meeting of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Ministers of Commerce and Foreign Trade, held on November 26, as well as the 5th Meeting of the High-Level Expert Group (HLEG) on Trade, Investment, and Related Issues, held on November 24–25 in Istanbul, Turkey.The meeting focused on key areas for developing regional trade and deepening economic integration within the ECO. Discussions focused on measures to simplify trade and customs procedures, proposals to expand private sector participation, and practical steps to implement the ECO Strategy "Vision 2025 and Beyond." Participants paid special attention to the development of special economic zones, the promotion of paperless trade, and the further growth of e-commerce—areas that are currently becoming important drivers of sustainable economic interaction in the region.Alongside the official program, the International Halal Expo 2025 is taking place in Istanbul, where 10 Kazakhstani companies are presenting their products. The participation of domestic producers in this platform clearly demonstrates Kazakhstan's growing potential in the halal product segment. The products on display are attracting the attention of international partners and opening up additional opportunities for expanding Kazakhstan's exports both within the ECO countries and far beyond.Reference: Kazakhstan's trade with the ECO countries remains stable and demonstrates high potential for further growth. For example, in the first nine months of 2025, trade turnover between Kazakhstan and the ECO countries amounted to $11.2 billion (January–September 2024: $10.2 billion), representing a 10.5% increase compared to the same period last year. Exports increased by 17.9%, reaching $8.3 billion, while imports totaled $2.9 billion.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1115361?lang=kk

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On November 26, a working meeting with representatives of 80 major retail chains and local governments was chaired by Minister of Trade and Integration Arman Shakkaliyev. Participants discussed measures to ensure price stability for food products during the period of increased seasonal demand traditionally observed before the New Year holidays.The Minister noted that maintaining stable prices is important for the comfort of citizens and sustainable market development. To support uninterrupted food supplies, a "green corridor" has been established, allowing for faster delivery of goods to the domestic market. State support mechanisms are also in place to ensure timely replenishment of stocks.During the meeting, a new stage of the "Bereke Fest" campaign was announced, scheduled to take place before the holidays. This campaign has previously helped reduce the cost of a number of products and increase their availability. The new stage aims to maintain stable pricing and create favorable conditions for consumers.Retail chains expressed their willingness to participate in the initiative and collaborate on improving service quality and product availability.Local governments will continue to organize agricultural fairs, where produce is sold at affordable prices. Such events help expand consumer choice and further stabilize the market.The Ministry of Trade and Integration invites businesses to continue working together, participate in seasonal promotions, and maintain product availability during the holiday season.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1115163?lang=kk

On November 27, Arman Shakkaliyev, Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, met with the owners and managers of large markets. Representatives from approximately 100 markets, as well as specialists from the Ministries of Agriculture, Emergency Situations, Health, Internal Affairs, the State Revenue Committee, and local executive bodies, participated in the meeting.The Minister emphasized that modernizing the markets is important for both businesses and residents. Upgrading the infrastructure will improve sanitary and fire safety standards and create a comfortable environment for shoppers and sellers. The modernization project is being carried out jointly with central and local authorities. The Ministry has provided additional support measures to develop trade and implement modern market formats.Arman Shakkaliyev noted that food price stability remains a key issue. He explained that markets directly influence the cost of goods in the regions, so speculation is unacceptable. When goods are purchased cheaply and sold at inflated prices, this harms citizens and impacts social stability.With the holidays approaching, the Minister called for stable prices, promotions, and discounts. He recalled the successful "Bereke Fest" campaign, where groceries and other goods were sold at reduced prices. A new stage of the campaign is planned for the end of the year, and the active participation of markets will help maintain prices and ease the burden on the population.The Ministry of Trade and Integration called on market managers to closely collaborate with akimats, ensure pricing transparency, and demonstrate social responsibility for the sake of stability and the well-being of citizens.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1115181?lang=kk

Сегодня в Астане заместитель Премьер-министра – министр национальной экономики Серик Жумангарин открыл V заседание Казахстанско-Швейцарского делового совета.В своем выступлении он отметил, что Швейцария остается одним из ведущих инвесторов в экономику Казахстана. Швейцарские компании работают в энергетике, машиностроении, пищевой и фармацевтической промышленности, а также в ряде технологичных направлений.По итогам девяти месяцев 2025 г. товарооборот между странами составил около $1,1 млрд. Казахстан заинтересован в расширении присутствия швейцарского бизнеса в сферах машиностроения, фармацевтики, медицины и биотехнологий, цифровизации, транспортно-логистической инфраструктуры и возобновляемых источников энергии. Вице-премьер подчеркнул, что Казахстан готов обеспечивать максимально благоприятные условия для инвесторов.Одним из значимых проектов сотрудничества является локализация производства пассажирских вагонов на базе «Штадлер Казахстан» в Астане. Заключен контракт на поставку 557 высокотехнологичных вагонов, первая партия ожидается к поставке до конца текущего года.Отдельно Серик Жумангарин отметил интерес Казахстана к опыту Швейцарии, в частности, города Лугано, в развитии цифровых валют и применении технологий блокчейн.«Казахстан сегодня – это готовая платформа для формирования промышленных кластеров. Мы открыты к созданию консорциумов и углублению технологической кооперации», — подчеркнул вице-премьер.По итогам работы заседания участники подписали ряд документов и соглашений, направленных на развитие сотрудничества и укрепление двусторонних торгово-экономических отношений в разных сферах взаимодействия. Справочно:Казахстанско-Швейцарский деловой совет (КШДС) — координационный и консультационный орган, созданный в 2012 г. для развития сотрудничества между деловыми кругами двух стран.Основные задачи КШДС:укрепление торгово-инвестиционного взаимодействия;поддержка прямых контактов и обмена информацией между бизнесом Казахстана и Швейцарии;устранение барьеров в торгово-экономическом сотрудничестве;подготовка рекомендаций по улучшению условий ведения бизнеса.Приоритетные направления сотрудничества: энергетика, машиностроение, ПТО и подготовка кадров, управление промышленными и бытовыми отходами, фармацевтика, железнодорожный транспорт.https://primeminister.kz/ru/news/serik-zumangarin-otkryl-v-zasedanie-kazaxstansko-sveicarskogo-delovogo-soveta-30772 Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1115073?lang=kk

The head of the department, Azamat Kashiyev, holds working meetings with akimats of cities and districts of the region on an ongoing basis. The meetings discuss key issues related to the development of telecommunications infrastructure and increasing the availability of digital services for residents of the region.These meetings address the following issues: the quality of mobile communications and mobile Internet in populated areas, the development of design estimates for the construction of antenna and mast structures, as well as prospects for further development of Internet networks and plans to expand coverage.This format of interaction makes it possible to quickly identify problem areas, coordinate solutions with local executive authorities, and build an integrated approach to improving digital infrastructure.The Department of Informatization will continue to work in this direction.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1115114?lang=kk

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Развитие предпринимательства является ключевым фактором в создании качественных рабочих мест, формирования новых сегментов рынка и развития конкуренции. За последние годы наблюдается положительная динамика развития МСБ. За первое полугодие 2025 года доля МСБ в ВВП составила 39,8%. Об этом в ходе пресс-конференции в СЦК сообщил вице-министр национальной экономики РК Ерлан Сагнаев.По словам вице-министра, наибольший вклад МСБ в ВРП отмечается в Алматы, Астане, Шымкенте, а также в Алматинской, Западно-Казахстанской и Мангистауской областях. Общая численность занятых в секторе предпринимательства по итогам второго квартала 2025 года выросла на 3,9% и достигла 4,4 млн человек.«По итогам второго квартала 2025 года 91,2% зарегистрированных субъектов МСБ являются действующими, что указывает на устойчивость сектора. Объем выпуска продукции субъектами МСБ за первое полугодие 2025 года увеличился на 25% и составил 42,7 трлн тенге», — сообщил Ерлан Сагнаев. Рост выпуска продукции продемонстрировали 5 ключевых отраслей: торговля, промышленность (в том числе обрабатывающая), строительство, транспорт и складирование, а также сельское, лесное и рыбное хозяйство.Также, по словам Ерлана Сагнаева, Министерство национальной экономики совместно с ЕБРР в рамках программы «Повышение инвестиционной привлекательности предприятий среднего бизнеса» в этом году ведет работу над планом, который позволит предприятиям увеличить производство в 2–3 раза. В рамках программы предприятиям предоставляется поддержка в виде диагностики и подготовки индивидуальных планов развития. «Средний бизнес сегодня в основном сконцентрирован в обрабатывающей промышленности – на нее приходится около 12% от общего выпуска продукции МСП. Сохраняется значительный потенциал для дальнейшего роста. Кроме того, указанные отрасли обладают потенциалом для расширения, поскольку существующие производственные мощности, включая предприятия среднего бизнеса, используются не в полном объеме», – отметил вице-министр ведомства.Он добавил, что для оперативного решения проблемных вопросов предпринимателей создана экспертная группа, которая будет анализировать эффективность использования средств государственной поддержки и помогать в устранении возникающих барьеров.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1114963?lang=kk

По словам вице-министра национальной экономики РК Ерлана Сагнаева, за последние годы наблюдается положительная динамика развития МСБ. За первые 6 мес. т.г. доля МСБ в ВВП составила 39,8%, что на 1,6 п.п. больше аналогичного периода 2024 года. Общая численность занятых в секторе предпринимательства по итогам 2 квартала 2025 года увеличилась на 3,8% и достигла 4,4 млн человек. «По итогам 2 квартала т.г. 91,2% зарегистрированных субъектов МСБ являются действующими», - сказал спикер на пресс-конференции в СЦК.По данным Миннацэкономики, объем выпуска продукции субъектами МСБ за первое полугодие 2025 года увеличился на 25% и составил 42,7 трлн тенге. Увеличение выпуска продукции продемонстрировали торговля, промышленность, в т.ч. обрабатывающая, строительство, транспорт и складирование, сельское, лесное и рыбное хозяйство.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/economy/press/news/details/1114816?lang=kk

Astana, November 27, 2025 – Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Kazakhstan Alibek Bakayev met with the Ambassador of the Russian Federation Alexey Borodavkin.During the meeting, the sides exchanged views on current aspects of the Middle East agenda, as well as on cooperation within international organizations and integration associations.At the conclusion of the meeting, the diplomats noted the importance of further expanding cooperation between Astana and Moscow in both bilateral and multilateral formats.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mfa/press/news/details/1114423?lang=kk

The 4th International Consumer Goods Exhibition, NFA Expo-2025, has opened in Almaty. This year, 127 companies from nine countries—Kazakhstan, China, Italy, Turkey, Russia, Belarus, Latvia, and Uzbekistan—are participating. The exhibits showcase global innovations in non-food retail, including professional cutting boards made of food-safe, antimicrobial thermoplastic, premium household chemicals, durable stainless steel kitchen knives, and modern household appliances manufactured in internationally certified facilities. Visitors can also discover natural cosmetics, glassware and packaging collections, HoReCa solutions, and a wide range of products for the home, kitchen, leisure, and service.The exhibition was opened by Aizhan Bizhanova, First Vice Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan, who toured the exhibits and held meetings with international and domestic manufacturers. In her speech, she emphasized that NFA Expo 2025 is a promising format for interaction, where manufacturers have the opportunity to present their products, and retailers can immediately find suitable solutions for their networks. This direct dialogue accelerates the introduction of new products to the shelves and creates transparent conditions for cooperation.Aizhan Bizhanova emphasized the importance of developing end-use goods, noting that this segment creates the greatest added value and is a key driver of GDP growth for any country participating in the exhibition. She recalled that Kazakhstan has a legal requirement to allocate at least 30% of shelf space to domestic food and non-food products. For Kazakhstani producers, this represents a real window of opportunity—both for increasing market share and expanding the product range in retail chains. The implementation of the "Single Window" digital platform, which will be integrated with the Register of Domestic Manufacturers and ensure fast and transparent access of Kazakhstani goods to retailers, will provide additional support.During the exhibition, Aizhan Bizhanova met with members of the Pakistani Senate, during which the high potential for developing bilateral trade and economic cooperation was noted. Following the talks with the Pakistani senator, an agreement was confirmed to strengthen cooperation in consumer goods and expand mutual trade channels. Pakistan, with a consumer market of over 350 million people, is of strategic interest to manufacturers participating in NFA Expo 2025. The parties expressed their willingness to develop direct contacts between business communities, exchange retail experience, and create sustainable supply chains.The organizers note that this year's NFA Expo 2025 features a record-breaking range of categories: from household chemicals, kitchenware, home appliances, cosmetics, and perfumes to children's products, interior design solutions, holiday products, gardening products, and a professional line for HoReCa.A new focus of the exhibition was the Retail Tech section, showcasing IT services, technological equipment, and digital tools for retail. China's national exhibit attracted considerable attention: dozens of companies presented tableware, household chemicals, glassware, and kitchen appliances imported from leading industrial provinces.One of the key trends at the exhibition was the development of private labels. More than half of the exhibitors expressed a willingness to contract manufacture goods under the brands of retail chains. According to NielsenIQ, the share of private labels in Kazakhstan has nearly doubled over the past three years, and more than 60% of shoppers purchase such products at least once a month, confirming the steady demand for high-quality and affordable solutions.An active buyers' program has been in full swing since day one: buyers and representatives from major retail chains—Magnum, Small, Anvar, Toimart, Airba Fresh, Korzinka, Wildberries, Flip.kz, Fix Price, bi1, Globus, and others—are negotiating with producers, discussing cooperation terms, and developing product ranges for the new season. Participants can access a consultation area, where they receive advice on certification, packaging, logistics, raw material solutions, and export opportunities.Over the course of three days, NFA Expo-2025 will host brand presentations, demonstrations of new products, master classes, business meetings, and negotiations. The exhibition has already attracted significant interest from the professional community and will run until November 28.The event is supported by the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the Atameken National Chamber of Entrepreneurs.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1114137?lang=kk

Today, a solemn event dedicated to the Day of Agricultural Workers was held in our region. The meeting brought together leading experts from the agricultural sector, representatives of business and local authorities.The governor of the region congratulated the countrymen on their professional holiday and stressed the importance of the work of rural workers. "Today we honor those who work for the benefit of their native land, value work and serve their country," he said.In his speech, the head of the region recalled the strategic objectives outlined by President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at the last forum in Astana. Special attention is paid to the development of agriculture as a key sector of the economy, the digital transformation of the agro-industrial complex, the modernization of infrastructure and the active involvement of business in rural development.Technical re-equipment of enterprises continues in Kostanay region, projects for processing agricultural products are being implemented. On behalf of the Head of State, new initiatives are being introduced to support agricultural enterprises. Thus, in 2025, 207 billion tenge was allocated to the industry, which is 60% more than last year and twice as much as in 2023. Thanks to government support, a record 7 million tons of grain were harvested, the highest figure in the last decade.The Preferential Leasing program has been successfully operating since 2024. This year, 250 billion tenge has been allocated in the republic, which allowed agricultural enterprises to purchase 960 pieces of machinery and equipment worth 34 billion tenge. By the end of 2025, the volume of gross agricultural output in the region will exceed 1 trillion tenge.The mayor stressed that the economy is based on people, and rural development should be comprehensive. In the last three years, about 254 billion tenge has been allocated from the regional budget to create comfortable conditions for villagers — twice as much as in the previous three years. As part of this work, high-quality drinking water is provided, houses, schools, kindergartens, medical institutions and sports facilities are being built.Separately, the head of the region noted the contribution of agricultural enterprises and entrepreneurs to the development of their native villages. Examples include Ayan—ozat LLP (Kostanay district), Alexandrovskoye LLP, Altynsarino LLP (Kamystinsky district), Miras Agricultural Complex (Uzunkol district), Frunzenskoye LLP (Denisovsky district). These enterprises are actively involved in landscaping, housing construction, sports and cultural infrastructure, introducing modern production technologies and increasing yields.Special attention is paid to the development of dairy cattle breeding and the construction of modern high-tech farms. From 2025 to 2027, 93 investment projects worth 383 billion tenge are planned to be implemented in the region, the creation of 11 fattening grounds, 16 irrigation projects and 3 vegetable storages, as well as 18 projects in the processing industry, which will provide about 3,000 new jobs."Your work always commands special respect. We will not stop there and together we will move to new heights and initiatives. May your families be healthy, and the harvest be rich and fertile!" the mayor emphasized at the end of his speech.At the end of the event, a solemn awarding ceremony was held for the best agricultural workers and active representatives of the agricultural business for their contribution to the development of the industry and the village.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/kostanay/press/news/details/1114214?lang=kk

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Kazakhstan has expanded the list of goods subject to mandatory labeling. The corresponding order was published by the Ministry of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan. The list includes four new product groups: brewing products, motor oils, light industry goods, and saiga derivatives.Digital labeling is the process of applying a unique Data Matrix code to each product, which is recorded in the product labeling and traceability information system. The code allows for tracking of the entire product journey—from production or import to sale to the end consumer. The system ensures market transparency: businesses operate in a competitive environment on equal terms, and consumers receive reliable protection against counterfeit and low-quality products."Expanding the list of goods will improve the level of control over their circulation and reduce the scale of illegal trade and counterfeiting. The introduction of new rules will create conditions for the sustainable development of legal businesses, strengthening the economy, and protecting consumer rights," noted Asset Nusupov, Vice Minister of Trade and Integration of the Republic of Kazakhstan.Mandatory labeling of saiga derivatives (horns) will come into effect on December 1, 2025. The introduction of a saiga derivative labeling system using modern identification tools will enable tracing the origin of the horns, prevent illegal trade, and ensure control over legal stocks of derivatives. The state thus plans to reduce poaching.Mandatory labeling of brewing products and motor oils will be implemented in stages, beginning on February 1, 2026. Labeling of light industry products will also be introduced in stages. The first stage will begin on December 1, 2026. It should be noted that one of the priority areas in the trade sector is ensuring transparency and a level playing field for all market participants, as well as guarantees of quality and safety for consumers. The digital labeling system serves as an effective tool for achieving these goals.As a reminder, three product groups are currently subject to mandatory labeling: tobacco products, footwear, and pharmaceuticals. Over 7 billion items have been labeled to date. Furthermore, a pilot project for jewelry has been completed, and pilot projects are underway for labeling dietary supplements, household chemicals, gas cylinders, medical products, vegetable oil, and wood.Source : https://www.gov.kz/memleket/entities/mti/press/news/details/1113947?lang=kk

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